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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

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