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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in elearning technology are enabling learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes 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. MOOC courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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