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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in e-learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOC courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Mexico to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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