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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans 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. MOOCs are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology institutions are considering now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Kingman Reef to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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