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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in elearning technology are enabling 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. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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