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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are almost always free for students 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 quite a few topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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