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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Tuvalu to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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