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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Japan to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with low motivation and high attrition?

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