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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling learners all over the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are usually 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 variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Argentina to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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