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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in digital education technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Zimbabwe to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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