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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in online learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with today because online education technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Indonesia to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

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