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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning technology have empowered learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Algeria to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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