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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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