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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Zambia to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Scholars want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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