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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in elearning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions have to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Niue to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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