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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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