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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Virginia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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