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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are dealing with now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these significant new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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