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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. New developments in electronic educational technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

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