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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New improvements in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Venezuela to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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