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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning are empowering people in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations are considering now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high attrition?

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