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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online education technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students 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 a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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