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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology have empowered people all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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