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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online education are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the instruction 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 stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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