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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning enable people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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