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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Martin to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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