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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Uruguay to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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