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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New gains in online learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners 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 quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Tristan da Cunha to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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