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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Colorado System to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to understand these significant new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing demand for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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