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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering humans all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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