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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in e-learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. 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. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Nauru to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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