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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent advances in online education technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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