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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning have empowered humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these important new open education experiments. Educators want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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