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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in distance learning technology enable learners all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Morocco to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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