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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in electronic educational technology enable learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations have to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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