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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in e-learning make it possible for people 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 massive online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Nicaragua to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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