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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in electronic educational technology enable people all over the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Bhutan to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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