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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest advances in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like California Institute of the Arts to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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