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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several topics that online learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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