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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest changes in online education technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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