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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in distance learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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