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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in elearning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Students want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also discusses 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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