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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology are empowering learners all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are typically 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. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like New Caledonia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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