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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Libya to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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