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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these exciting new open educational ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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