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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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