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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in electronic education technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to take online courses. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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