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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Wesleyan University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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