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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in blended learning are providing the means for learners all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Montenegro to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational experiments. Public servants want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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