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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in electronic educational technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality control for 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 students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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