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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in digital education technology make it possible for students all over 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 free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Academics want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desideratum for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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