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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not 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 many issues that e-learning organizations are struggling with today because learning technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Peninsula College to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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