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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in elearning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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