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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning are empowering humans all around the world to participate in online courses. These massive online courses are usually 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 many subjects that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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