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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in electronic education technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling 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 learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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