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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New developments in e-learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Teachers want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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