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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in online learning are making it possible for people all around the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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