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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations are having to attend to today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can we guarantee that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this developing demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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