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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Nigeria to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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