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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. Massive open online courses are free for students 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 numerous topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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