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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational experiments. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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