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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can we be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like The John Marshall Law School to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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