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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning enable students all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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