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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Meetup to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low student motivation and high attrition?

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