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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New gains in blended learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Cayman Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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