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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are several issues that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Jamaica to conduct these MOOC classes? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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