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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in electronic education technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Jersey to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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