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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in e-learning have empowered learners all over the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions are struggling with today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Rwanda to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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