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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in electronic education technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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