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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are 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 lot of subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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