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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in distance learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Eliademy to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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