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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses. New developments in learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Rwanda to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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