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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in elearning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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