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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Puerto Rico to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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