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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent changes in elearning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning organizations are having to attend to now that learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Colombia to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

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