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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New developments in blended learning technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Morocco to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. People want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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