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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online courses. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Meetup to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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