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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning technology are empowering learners 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. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Students want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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