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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in elearning are empowering students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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