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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in electronic educational technology enable humans in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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