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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology are enabling learners all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Peninsula College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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