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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with low student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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