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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in electronic educational technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Scientists want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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