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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in elearning technology have empowered humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Babson College to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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