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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because learning technology is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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