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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of these MOOCs is decent? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Uruguay to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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