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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online education technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Virginia to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Universities want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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