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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in online education technology have empowered humans all over the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Nicaragua to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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