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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New developments in online learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are having to attend to today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Korea, North to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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