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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. People want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this increasing desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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