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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are mostly 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 several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to attend to today because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Babson College to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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