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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning are empowering humans all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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