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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New developments in technology-enhanced learning enable people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning institutions must deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Academics want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also researches the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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