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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online education are enabling people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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