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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that online education organizations are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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