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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations have to struggle with today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these important new open education ventures. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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