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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like OpenLearning to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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