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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in online education make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These massively open online courses are normally free for students 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. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Svalbard to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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