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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in e-learning are empowering students all over the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Samoa to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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