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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are almost always 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 lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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