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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in online learning have enabled learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Algeria to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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