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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are dealing with now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like State University of New York to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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