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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mozambique to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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