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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also considers the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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