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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in e-learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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