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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning are providing the means for people all around the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Davidson College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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