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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in digital education technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Ball State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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