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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these massively open online courses? How can educators handle problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

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