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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in blended learning technology have empowered learners all over the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

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