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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in e-learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Venezuela to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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