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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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