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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently 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 a lot of subjects that online education institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

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