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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in online learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are generally 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 quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cape Verde to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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