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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in blended learning technology have enabled humans all over the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like CaltechX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these new open education endeavours. Teachers want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this expanding desire for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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