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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in electronic education technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Researchers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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