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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Aland to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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