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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in electronic educational technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like The Bahamas to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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