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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in e-learning have provided the means for learners all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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