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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in online learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are mostly 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 several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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