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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in e-learning technology have enabled students in every nation on earth to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are considering today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Kenya to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high attrition?

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