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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in distance learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always 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 issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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