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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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