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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online learning technology have enabled humans all around the world to take classes via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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