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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. 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 numerous topics that elearning technology institutions must deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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