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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in e-learning are empowering people in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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