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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses. New advancements in online education technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take online classes. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like The University of Chicago to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

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