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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Cyprus to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants need to better perceive these important new open education endeavours. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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