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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free 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. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with today because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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