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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations are dealing with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Senegal to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

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