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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? 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 classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

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