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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better comprehend these open educational initiatives. Academics want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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