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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. New evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes 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 always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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