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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in electronic education technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take online courses. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with today because learning technology is advancing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like China, People's Republic of to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

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