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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in electronic education technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

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