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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Iceland to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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