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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners 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 many issues that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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