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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in blended learning have provided the means for students all around the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

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