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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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