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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Educators want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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