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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in blended learning technology have enabled learners all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Dominica to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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