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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in electronic education technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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