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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. New advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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