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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in electronic education technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Iraq to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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