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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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