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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in elearning technology have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning 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 ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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