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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. Brand new advances in online learning enable people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are almost always 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 issues that e-learning institutions have to consider now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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