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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Tunisia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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