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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in electronic education technology enable learners all over the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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