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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the education provided by these MOOCs is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Reunion to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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