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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Jersey to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive these important new open education ventures. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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