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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology are enabling people all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-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 participants ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Wesleyan University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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