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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in e-learning technology have provided the means 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. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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