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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in e-learning technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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