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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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