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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in online learning technology have provided the means for people 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 MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with today because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is good? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Aruba to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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