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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these significant new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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