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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can we guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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