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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these important new open education initiatives. Teachers want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this crescive desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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