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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions have to deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Kingman Reef to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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