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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. New improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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