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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in distance learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Pierre and Miquelon to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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