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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in electronic education technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like The John Marshall Law School to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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