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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in online learning make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Wellesley College to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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