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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in online learning are making it possible for people all over the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tristan da Cunha to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

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MOOCS And Open Educational Resources