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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations are having to consider today because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education 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 institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Luxembourg to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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