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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in e-learning technology are enabling humans all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

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