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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are generally 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 subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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