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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in elearning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to participate in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are dealing with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Wellesley College to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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