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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in blended learning are enabling learners all around the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with today because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Italy to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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