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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like China, Republic of (Taiwan) to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these promising new open education initiatives. Scientists want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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