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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in blended learning technology have empowered people all over the world to take part in online classes. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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