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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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