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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in e-learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Japan to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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