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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in learning technology have empowered students all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Peninsula College to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education experiments. Academics want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this expanding need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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