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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in e-learning technology enable people all over the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Wesleyan University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Researchers want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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