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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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