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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in electronic education technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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