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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in distance learning have provided the means for students all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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