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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in elearning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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