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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Seychelles to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Students want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also describes the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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