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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

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