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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in online learning have enabled humans in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

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