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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

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