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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Italy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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