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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in e-learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning technology organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Cote d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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