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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in electronic educational technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants assure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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