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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These massive open courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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