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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in online learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Eritrea to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student attrition?

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