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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in digital education technology have empowered people all around the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations have to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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