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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Albania to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this growing desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also researches the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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