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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in distance learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low motivation and high learner attrition?

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