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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in technology-enhanced learning are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Nicaragua to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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