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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in elearning have enabled people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coral Sea Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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