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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning are empowering people all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Netherlands to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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