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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in elearning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions are dealing with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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