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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest developments in digital education technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these open educational experiments. Teachers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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