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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also articulates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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