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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in electronic educational technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take 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 generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions are struggling with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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