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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in blended learning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education institutions are struggling with now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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