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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in distance learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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