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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Nauru to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing desideratum for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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