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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have empowered learners all around the world to take classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations have to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Suriname to conduct these massively open online courses? 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 educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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