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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in elearning enable learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like UWashingtonX to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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