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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in online learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take classes online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

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