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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in e-learning technology are enabling people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Kauffman Fellows Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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