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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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