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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is good? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. People want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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