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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in electronic education technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are customarily free for learners but do not 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 several issues that blended learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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