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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in blended learning technology are enabling humans all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Peninsula College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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