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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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