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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Johnston Atoll to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a developing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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