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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions are dealing with today because learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like The Bahamas to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants would like to be more aware of these promising new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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