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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New gains in electronic education technology are enabling learners all over the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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