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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in digital education technology have enabled humans in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational experiments. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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