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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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