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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. 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 issues that learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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