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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning technology have enabled learners in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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