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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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