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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in electronic educational technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are numerous issues that online education institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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