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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning are enabling people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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