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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in online learning are enabling people all around the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always 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 topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

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