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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. 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. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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