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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in elearning are making it possible for students all over the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these significant new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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