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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning make it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants would like to better understand these intriguing new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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