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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in online education technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Antigua and Barbuda to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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