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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to take part in online courses. These massive open online courses are mostly 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. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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