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Recent evolvements in electronic education technology make it possible for people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in these massively open online courses. The ultimate aspiration of these massively open online courses is to provide indoctrination to more humans all over the world. This open educational resources book articulates guidelines for others who hope to create highly engaging MOOC-based learning experiences. To learn more see this MOOCs Book website.