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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in electronic education technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take courses online. These massive open courses are 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 a variety of topics that learning technology organizations are having to consider today because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Dominica to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

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