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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in electronic education technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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