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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in online learning enable students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free 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 variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with low motivation and high student attrition?

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