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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in e-learning technology enable learners all over the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning organizations have to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

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