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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in blended learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning organizations must deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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