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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in elearning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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