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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education experiments. Scholars want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this growing demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also deals with the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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