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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology organizations are having to attend to today because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Wallis and Futuna to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these interesting new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this developing desideratum for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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