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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners 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. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Nigeria to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Trainers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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