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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online education have empowered students all around the world to take online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

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