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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. New developments in e-learning technology are empowering people all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Iran to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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