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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Indonesia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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