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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest developments in e-learning are empowering learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions have to struggle with today because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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