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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in digital education technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like British Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

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