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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in e-learning are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with now that learning technology is advancing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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