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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in learning technology have enabled people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor motivation and high attrition?

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