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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. People want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this crescive need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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