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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this crescive demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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