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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Armenia to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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