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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in digital education technology make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massive online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Berklee College of Music to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle low student motivation and high attrition?

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