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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

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