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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants would like to better perceive these compelling new open education initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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