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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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