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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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