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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning technology have empowered people in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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