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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in electronic educational technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions have to deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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