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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Brunei to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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