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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning technology enable learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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