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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are considering today because online education technology is improving so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these compelling new open education undertakings. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive need for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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