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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent advances in blended learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Denmark to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this crescive desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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