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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in online education make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are commonly 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 quite a few issues that online education organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Christmas Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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