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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology are empowering students all over the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with low motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also investigates the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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