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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning technology are enabling students in every nation on earth to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal 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. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Ecotech Institute to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these new open education initiatives. Public servants want to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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