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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are normally 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 subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

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