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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. New gains in e-learning have empowered humans all over the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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