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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Universities want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this crescive demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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