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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with today because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Kauffman Fellows Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

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