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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in elearning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Kingman Reef to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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