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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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