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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in distance learning technology are enabling students 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. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Seychelles to conduct these MOOC courses? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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