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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Lucia to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

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