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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in online education technology make it possible for students all over the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning institutions are having to attend to today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like UCSF to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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