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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in elearning technology enable learners in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to attend to today because learning technology is developing so quickly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can we ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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