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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in elearning have made it possible for people all over the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Sudan to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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