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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning organizations are having to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Clemson University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Scientists want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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