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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in online education technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that online learning organizations must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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