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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in online learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are customarily free 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 several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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