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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in online learning are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Renton Technical College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to understand these promising new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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