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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to take online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Haiti to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Academics want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing desideratum for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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