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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in digital education technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Boston University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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