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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in elearning are making it possible for students in all parts of 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 free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning institutions are having to attend to now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Barthelemy to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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