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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in online learning technology have provided the means for students all over the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations are considering now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Switzerland to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these new open education undertakings. Universities want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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