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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not 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 numerous issues that online education institutions are having to attend to now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low student motivation and high student attrition?

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