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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in online learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like France to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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