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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. New developments in e-learning have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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