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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also studies the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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