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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses. Brand new advances in e-learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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