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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New gains in blended learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations have to consider today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Suriname to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Academics want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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