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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in elearning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Honduras to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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