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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are free 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 numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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