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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners all over the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Academics want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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