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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in online learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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