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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning have enabled people all over the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Universities want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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