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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in blended learning technology have empowered learners all over the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is decent? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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