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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New developments in electronic educational technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these promising new open educational undertakings. People want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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