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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in online education technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to take courses online. MOOC courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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