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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Singapore to conduct these MOOCs? How can we handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these interesting new open education undertakings. Educators want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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