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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning organizations have to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to better understand these significant new open education initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources