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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in electronic educational technology make it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Kauffman Fellows Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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