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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New improvements in distance learning make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with now that online education technology is developing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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