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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Case Western Reserve University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

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