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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in blended learning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? 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 massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Everyone wants to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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