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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all over the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOCs are customarily 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 a variety of issues that blended learning organizations have to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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