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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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