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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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