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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. MOOCs support interactions between students and professors with user forums and other forms of online communities. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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