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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because online learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants guarantee that the quality of these MOOC courses is good? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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