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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in online learning have made it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Syria to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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