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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning technology are enabling people all over the world to participate in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like CaltechX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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