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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning are empowering people all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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