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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Saudi Arabia to conduct these massively open online courses? How can educators handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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