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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are several issues that learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these massive open online courses is respectable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Greece to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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