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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in blended learning technology enable students all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations are dealing with today because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Paraguay to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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