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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in online education have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Eliademy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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