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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in elearning are enabling humans all around the world to be participants in courses 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 consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like The New School to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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