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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning technology enable humans all around the world to take online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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