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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in online learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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