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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. 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 learning technology organizations are having to attend to today because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Utah to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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