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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in digital education 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. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to consider now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Finland to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a developing necessity to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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