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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in blended learning enable students all over the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Nauru to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this developing desire for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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