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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to better grasp these significant new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to know how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also describes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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