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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. New developments in elearning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOC classes? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers get a handle on poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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