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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners 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 MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many topics that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is all right? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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