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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in elearning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online education organizations are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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