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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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