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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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