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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in e-learning are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

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