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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can organizations be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

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