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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in digital education technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses online. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of teaching 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 institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Wesleyan University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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