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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in elearning have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Burkina Faso to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low motivation and high student attrition?

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