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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions have to struggle with now that online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Houston System to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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