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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these new open educational endeavours. Academics want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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