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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in electronic educational technology are empowering students in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Lesotho to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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