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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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