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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in blended learning technology are enabling students in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are normally free 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 a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with today because learning technology is improving so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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