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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning are empowering people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education experiments. Teachers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing desideratum for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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