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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new advances in online education are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Martin to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

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