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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in e-learning have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like China, People's Republic of to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

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