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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online learning are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are struggling with today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Davidson College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend these compelling new open education undertakings. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this increasing demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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