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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in elearning technology make it possible 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 massive online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are many topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Australian Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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