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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Antigua and Barbuda to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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