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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This new book also researches the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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