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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in elearning have enabled learners all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can we guarantee that the quality of these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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