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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in e-learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. 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. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Namibia to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with poor motivation and high attrition?

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