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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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