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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. New advancements in distance learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Jamaica to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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