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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in elearning make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. MOOC classes are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like UWashingtonX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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