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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in e-learning have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants desire to better understand these open education initiatives. Everyone wants to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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