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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in distance learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low motivation and high student attrition?

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