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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in online learning technology are enabling people in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Myanmar (Burma) to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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