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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Equatorial Guinea to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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