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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in online learning have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Ireland to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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