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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in elearning technology enable students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Google+ to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

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