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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in elearning technology are enabling people in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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