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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in electronic educational technology have enabled humans all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Guernsey to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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