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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Svalbard to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also studies the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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