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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in online learning are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. MOOCs support interactions between students and professors with user forums and other forms of online communities. How can teachers assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Teachers want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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