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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can participants assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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