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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in e-learning are providing the means for students all over the world to take online classes. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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