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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in blended learning make it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also articulates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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