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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in learning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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