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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in electronic education technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are having to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these massive open online courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Wesleyan University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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