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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in e-learning technology are enabling students in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations have to deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Kyrgyzstan to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

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