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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new advances in online learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students 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 subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

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