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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in e-learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to take classes online. 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 online MOOCs are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like China, People's Republic of to conduct these MOOCs? How can participants manage low student motivation and high attrition?

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