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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in e-learning technology have enabled people all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education institutions have to struggle with now that online education technology is improving so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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