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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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