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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions are having to consider today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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