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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Colombia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor motivation and high attrition?

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