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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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