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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in e-learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Argentina to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

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