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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, San Diego to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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