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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take courses online. These massive open courses are typically free for learners 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 numerous topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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