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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in electronic educational technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not consistently 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 many topics that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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