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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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