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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. New changes in online learning have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education undertakings. Corporations want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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