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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a necessity to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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