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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in online learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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