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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in e-learning technology are enabling humans all over the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions are considering today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these new open educational experiments. Lecturers want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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