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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations must deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Korea, South to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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