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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New improvements in online learning are empowering people in all parts of the world 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 almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Minnesota to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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