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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several topics that online education organizations are considering now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Norway to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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