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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest advances in digital education technology make it possible for students all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Sierra Leone to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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