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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these compelling new open education ventures. Academics want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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