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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Panama to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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