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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Guyana to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to better understand these promising new open education undertakings. Trainers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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