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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider today because distance learning technology is improving so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Kenya to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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