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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in learning technology have enabled humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations are having to attend to now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like New Zealand to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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