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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning have provided the means for humans in every nation on earth to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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