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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in e-learning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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