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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent gains in elearning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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