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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in blended learning technology have enabled learners in every nation on earth to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Everyone wants to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources