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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend these intriguing new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also studies the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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