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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of these MOOCs is decent? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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