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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. 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. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can participants assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these interesting new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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