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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in e-learning technology are empowering learners all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations are struggling with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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