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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New developments in learning technology have empowered humans all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions must deal with now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saint Lucia to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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