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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New changes in elearning technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions are dealing with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can organizations be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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