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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in elearning are enabling people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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