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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New gains in distance learning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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