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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent developments in online education technology enable students all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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