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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to take classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions have to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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