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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in distance learning are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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