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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in e-learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions are having to consider now that online education technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Ashmore and Cartier Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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