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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in elearning technology have empowered people all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of these MOOCs is decent? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Helena to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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