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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in online education are empowering people 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. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Grenada to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

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