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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is developing so fast. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can we certify that the quality of these massive open online courses is decent? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Japan to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage poor motivation and high attrition?

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