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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. New advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education experiments. Educators want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this desideratum for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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