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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Relay Graduate School of Education to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Universities want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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