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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses. New advances in e-learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Lebanon to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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