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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in elearning have enabled humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like UCSF to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to better understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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