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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are dealing with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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