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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high learner attrition?

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