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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with today because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing need for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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