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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in distance learning have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, San Diego to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Students want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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