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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advancements in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like iversity to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor motivation and high attrition?

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