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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning are empowering people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can we assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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