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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually 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 many topics that online education institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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