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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these new open education undertakings. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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