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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in elearning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Panama to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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