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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New gains in distance learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Martinique to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

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