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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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