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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning are enabling students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. 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 MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like British Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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