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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in elearning are enabling students all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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