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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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