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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in electronic educational technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations have to consider now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Syria to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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