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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Kyrgyzstan to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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