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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Academics want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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