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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering learners in every nation on earth to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Papua New Guinea to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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