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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are ordinarily 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 issues that online learning organizations are considering today because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Suriname to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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