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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new advances in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is all right? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Burkina Faso to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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