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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in online education technology have enabled learners all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations are struggling with today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Kyrgyzstan to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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