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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to better understand these interesting new open educational initiatives. People want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing desire for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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