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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in electronic education technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Argentina to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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