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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are 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 dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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