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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for humans all over the world to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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