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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent advances in electronic education technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are having to attend to today because online learning technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Navassa Island to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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MOOCS And Open Education