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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in online education technology are enabling learners in all parts of 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 massive online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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