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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Solomon Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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