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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in elearning are empowering students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners 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 issues that elearning organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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