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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning enable people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Martinique to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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