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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New advances in digital education technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations have to consider now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

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