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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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