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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in online education technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning institutions are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like iversity to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational initiatives. People want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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