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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people all around the world to take classes online. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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