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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in digital education technology make it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions have to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is decent? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational experiments. Corporations want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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