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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning technology have empowered people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are having to attend to today because online education technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like California Institute of the Arts to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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