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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in e-learning are empowering humans all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually 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 a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with low motivation and high learner attrition?

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