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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is all right? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to better understand these important new open educational experiments. Instructors want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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