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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning are empowering humans all around the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions have to deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Ireland to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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