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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. New advancements in e-learning are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are generally 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. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Montserrat to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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