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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with low student motivation and high student attrition?

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