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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ireland to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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