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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in electronic education technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Czech Republic to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational experiments. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this developing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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