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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Open2Study to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

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