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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning are empowering people in every nation on earth to take part 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 generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like The Bahamas to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these interesting new open educational ventures. Academics want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this crescive desire for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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