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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in online learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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