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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent advances in blended learning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free 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 topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Puerto Rico to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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