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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in online learning have enabled humans all over the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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