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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Great Basin College to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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