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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in distance learning have made it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are having to attend to today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Howland Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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