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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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