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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in electronic educational technology have empowered learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education organizations are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of these massive open online courses is all right? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

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