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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in online learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations are having to deal with now that learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Myanmar (Burma) to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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