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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently 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 quite a few topics that online education institutions are having to consider today because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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