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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online education technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education initiatives. Academics want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This book also studies the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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