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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many issues that online education organizations are having to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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