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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning organizations must deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants guarantee that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Broward College to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants desire to be more aware of these compelling new open education initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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