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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to now that learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators handle poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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