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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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