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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning enable students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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