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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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