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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in elearning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of these massive 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 organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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