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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology enable students all over the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Case Western Reserve University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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