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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in electronic education technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are normally free for learners 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 several issues that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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