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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning enable people all over the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are having to attend to today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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