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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in elearning have made it possible for people all over the world to take online courses. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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