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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in learning technology have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Wallis and Futuna to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desideratum for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also addresses the major 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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