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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in e-learning technology have enabled students all over the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these open educational endeavours. Corporations want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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