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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent advances in blended learning have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Benin to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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