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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in e-learning have provided the means for students all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education endeavours. Teachers want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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