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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology enable people all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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