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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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