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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations are dealing with now that online education technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like New Zealand to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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