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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Somaliland to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to better perceive these new open educational experiments. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this developing need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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