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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally 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 many subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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