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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like State University of New York to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants want to better perceive these open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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