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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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