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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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