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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New changes in distance learning technology have enabled learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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