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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in e-learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators guarantee that the quality of these MOOCs is tolerable? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

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