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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in elearning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to participate in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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