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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New improvements in online learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions are having to deal with now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Czech Republic to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education experiments. Public servants want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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