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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in online learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Zimbabwe to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with low motivation and high attrition?

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