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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online education technology have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not consistently 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 many issues that online learning technology institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of North Carolina to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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