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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in e-learning technology are enabling humans all around the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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