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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in blended learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. MOOCs support interactions between students and professors with user forums and other forms of online communities. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Mozambique to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education ventures. Researchers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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