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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to take classes 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 massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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