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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to participate in online courses. 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. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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