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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning are enabling students all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also studies the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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