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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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