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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Madagascar to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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