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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners 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. Massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these massively open online courses? How can organizations handle issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desideratum to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This book also reviews the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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