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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in online education technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Laos to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these open educational endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. People want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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