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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations are having to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of South Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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