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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in digital education technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners 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 many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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