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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in e-learning technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators assure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Navassa Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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