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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not 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 online learning technology organizations are having to attend to now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of these MOOC courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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