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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently 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 learning technology organizations are having to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations deal with low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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