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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews issues relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education organizations are considering today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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