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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in distance learning are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Burundi to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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