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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in e-learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Academics want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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