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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in elearning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Kentucky to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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