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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in online learning have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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