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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Ascension to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to better grasp these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing desideratum for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This book also articulates the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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